Services and Applied Research
Applied research themes are directly related to the taxonomic expertise.
Important developments of the department are related to the introduction of
molecular techniques for rapid identification.
In Medical Mycology, attention will be given to strengthen the taxonomic
expertise in dermatophytes, in order to maintain a high quality level for
identification of these medically important organisms.
The broad expertise of the institute as a whole is a marketable asset. Main
areas are: